Antalya/Kemer: 2 Dives Scuba Diving Trip with Lunch

The best part of this Kemer boat trip happens below the surface, where clear Mediterranean water, small caves, and colorful fish make a first scuba experience feel special. You get two separate underwater sessions, each with an instructor close by, rather than being left to manage unfamiliar equipment alone.

I like the patient, one-to-one instruction, especially for nervous beginners and people who do not swim confidently. I also like the simple value: a boat outing, equipment, two sessions, lunch, and optional hotel transport for $37 per person. The main drawback is that the underwater time is short, often around 5 to 15 minutes per session, and the boat can feel crowded.

What makes this Kemer boat trip worth considering

• Two different planned locations: Aquarium Bay and Moonlight Beach give the day a useful change of setting, although conditions can sometimes lead to both sessions taking place at one site.
• Close support for first-timers: Instructors explain the equipment, run skill checks, and accompany each participant underwater.
• Clear Mediterranean water: You might see colorful fish, including lionfish, along with rocky formations and small caves.
• A full day on the coast: The schedule includes boat time, swimming, snorkeling, lunch, and two scuba sessions.
• Reasonable all-in price: At $37, the package covers equipment, instruction, and lunch, with drinks and photographs costing extra.
• Several language options: English, German, and Russian instruction is available.

What the $37 price really gets you

At $37 per person, this is priced as an introduction to scuba rather than a full training day for certified divers. You are paying for access to the boat, equipment, an instructor, lunch, and two chances to get underwater in the Kemer area.

That is good value if your goal is to try scuba without committing to a certification course. The price also works well for couples and families who want a water day that includes more than swimming from a beach. You can spend time on the boat, snorkel between sessions, and enjoy the coast even if you decide the underwater part is not for you.

Keep your expectations in check. This is not an all-day technical program, and it is not designed around long underwater exploration. The actual time below the surface is commonly short, around 5 to 15 minutes per person for each session. The advertised 45-minute stop includes preparation, getting into the water, waiting your turn, and returning to the boat.

The lunch is practical rather than memorable. The usual meal described for this type of outing includes pasta, fried chicken pieces, bread, and tomato and cucumber salad. It fills the gap during a long day outside, but you should not book this for fine food. Drinks are not included, so bring money for them.

Leaving Kemer and settling into the boat

The activity begins at the Poseidon Diving Boat in Kemer, unless you select hotel pickup. Pickup is available from a broad group of locations, including Antalya, Kemer, Camyuva, Kiris, Goynuk, Belek, Kadriye, Konyaalti, Muratpasa, Beldibi, Tekirova, and Bogazkent.

The pickup choice matters. If transport is included, you are asked to wait at the security gate, and the precise meeting instructions should be confirmed in advance. Some departures involve several hotel stops, so the total day can stretch toward eight hours. One practical advantage is that the driver may also be part of the instruction team, which can make the transfer feel more connected to the rest of the outing.

Once aboard, expect a simple excursion boat rather than a quiet private charter. Some departures carry around 50 people with six to eight instructors. There are cushions on the floor for sitting, and the ride out gives you time to look back toward Kemer and the coastal hills.

The boat ride from Kemer to Camyuva takes about 30 minutes. This is a useful settling-in period. You can find a place to sit, organize your towel and phone, and get used to the boat before the equipment briefing begins.

Crowding is the main tradeoff. The staff generally organize people in groups, but you may wait for your turn before entering the water. That waiting is not wasted if you use it to swim, snorkel, take photographs, or simply enjoy the warm weather, but anyone expecting constant activity may find the pace slow.

The Camyuva briefing: what beginners need to know

At Camyuva, the instructor explains the basic equipment and the main safety points. You learn how to use the mask, fins, breathing equipment, and buoyancy gear before entering the water.

The briefing is followed by skill checks and short practice attempts. This part is especially important if you feel nervous. Instructors named by participants include Kareem and Oki, and the staff speak English, German, and Russian. The key benefit is not a classroom lecture. It is having someone nearby who can watch your breathing, help you get comfortable, and adjust the pace.

You do not need to arrive as an experienced scuba participant. First-time participants are welcome, and the instructors remain with you in the water. Several accounts describe the staff as patient with people who were anxious, unfamiliar with the equipment, or not confident swimmers.

Still, do not confuse close supervision with a substitute for swimming ability or formal certification. The activity provides an introductory experience under an instructor’s direction. It is not a certification course, and the schedule is not built for independent underwater practice.

Wear swimwear under your clothes and bring a towel, sunscreen, and a waterproof phone case if you have one. A snorkel set is also useful during the breaks, since you can swim around the boat when you are not taking part in a scuba session.

Aquarium Bay: your first time below the surface

The first planned water stop is Aquarium Bay, where you have time for swimming and the first scuba session. The name fits the clear-water setting, though you should think of it as a natural rocky cove, not an enclosed attraction.

The water is the main draw. You might see schools of small fish, rocky formations, and, in favorable conditions, lionfish. The underwater scenery is pleasant and accessible, but it is usually not extremely deep or dramatic. That is a benefit for beginners who want a manageable first attempt.

Your instructor helps you enter the water and stays alongside you. The first few minutes are often about breathing steadily, clearing your mask, and getting comfortable with the sensation of moving underwater. Once you settle, you can look around the rocks and fish rather than concentrating only on the equipment.

The session itself may be much shorter than the overall stop. Allow for instructions, equipment checks, entry, and the time needed for every participant to take a turn. If you are hoping for a long underwater outing, this format will feel limited. If you are trying scuba for the first time, the short length can be just right.

There is also a useful option for people who do not want to take part in the scuba session. You can swim or snorkel near the boat and still enjoy the cove. That makes this a better group activity than a strict scuba-only excursion, since confident swimmers and complete beginners can share the day.

Lunch near Kiris and the rhythm of a group boat day

The boat then moves toward Kiris for lunch and more snorkeling. The meal is served aboard, so you do not lose time going ashore or searching for a restaurant.

Expect straightforward food: pasta, fried chicken pieces, bread, and a tomato and cucumber salad are typical of the meal described for this trip. Some people find it perfectly adequate after time in the water. Others will wish for better food. I would pack a small snack only if you know you get hungry between meals, since the lunch is filling but not elaborate.

Kiris is also where the trip’s slower pace becomes noticeable. With a large group, some people may be finishing their first underwater session while others are waiting for their turn. You might spend an hour here moving between lunch, snorkeling, and relaxed time on the boat.

This is a good point to use your own mask or snorkel if you have one. The supplied scuba equipment is included, but personal snorkeling gear can be more comfortable. Keep your phone protected, too. Underwater photographs are available for purchase, and staff can also provide short videos and pictures directly to your phone. Those extras are not part of the $37 price.

Moonlight Beach: a second chance to get comfortable

The second planned water stop is Moonlight Beach, near Kemer. Here you have another swimming period and the second scuba session.

The second attempt often feels easier because you already know how the equipment works. You can spend less time thinking about the mask and breathing gear and more time looking at the fish and rock formations. The water is generally warm enough for a pleasant session, though conditions can change.

The schedule presents Aquarium Bay and Moonlight Beach as two different locations. In practice, weather, water conditions, and boat operations can affect the plan. One departure may use the same site twice instead of moving to a completely new place. That is worth knowing before you book, especially if visiting two distinct coves is central to your decision.

The underwater scenery is best viewed as a gentle introduction to the Mediterranean. You might see colorful fish and, occasionally, lionfish. Caves and rocky sections add interest, but this is not the place to expect dramatic walls, long tunnels, or a large range of sea life.

I would treat the second session as a chance to improve your comfort, not as a major technical progression. You may be more relaxed, more aware of your breathing, and better able to enjoy the surroundings. For many first-timers, that second try is the most useful part of the day.

The return to Kemer and the real time commitment

After the second water stop, the boat returns to Kemer, with about 45 minutes of cruising listed for the return portion. You may arrive tired from the sun, salt water, and waiting around, even though the physical activity itself is moderate.

The full experience is advertised as eight hours, while the water-based program is also described as roughly seven hours. The difference comes from hotel pickups, marina timing, loading equipment, and possible waits for other participants. If you have an evening reservation or airport transfer, leave a generous buffer.

The biggest time issue is not the boat ride. It is the group schedule. One account describes waiting around an hour and a half for other participants, depending on the hotel route and the organization of the departure. That will not necessarily happen every time, but it explains why the day can feel longer than the two underwater sessions suggest.

The positive side is that the day does not feel rushed once the boat is moving. There is time for swimming, photos, lunch, and coastal views. The negative side is that you have limited control over when your turn comes.

Safety, instructors, and what beginners can expect

Safety is the strongest reason to choose this outing. The instructors demonstrate the equipment, explain the procedures, supervise practice, and accompany you in the water. The staff are especially well suited to people who feel anxious before their first attempt.

Kareem is specifically praised for calming nervous participants, while Oki is noted for clear one-to-one teaching. Fatma has also handled transport communication and pickup concerns for some bookings. Staff can change from one departure to another, so you should not assume a particular person will be present, but the experience is built around close assistance.

Good instruction does not remove every concern. Communication about pickup times and the order of underwater sessions can occasionally be unclear, so ask the staff early in the morning when and where you should meet the vehicle. Once aboard, also ask when your group is scheduled if you are unsure.

You can book the boat trip and lunch without taking part in the scuba sessions. That option suits a companion who wants a coastal cruise, swimming, and snorkeling but does not want to use the equipment.

Who should book this experience

I would recommend it most strongly to:

• First-time scuba participants who want a supervised introduction
• People who feel nervous about breathing underwater
• Families or couples with mixed interest in scuba and swimming
• Visitors staying in Antalya or Kemer who want a full day on the Mediterranean
• Budget-conscious visitors who value transport, lunch, equipment, and instruction in one price
• Confident swimmers who are happy with short underwater sessions

I would be more cautious if you are already certified and want long, independent underwater time. The group format, short sessions, possible waiting, and shallow sites may feel basic.

It is also not the best match if you dislike crowded boats or need a tightly timed schedule. The day depends on hotel pickups and the pace of the entire group. You may spend as much time waiting, eating, and cruising as you do underwater.

Practical booking advice before you go

The experience has a 4.4 out of 5 rating from 215 ratings, and the strongest pattern is clear: people value the instructors, the sense of safety, the clear water, and the low price. Food and communication are the weaker points.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure, and the reserve-now, pay-later option helps if your plans around Antalya are still shifting. Check the available starting times rather than assuming every departure leaves at the same hour.

Hotel pickup is optional and depends on the selected location. If you arrange your own way to the Poseidon Diving Boat, confirm the exact meeting point. If you use pickup, wait at the security gate and keep your phone available for messages about timing.

Bring:

• Swimwear and a towel
• Sun protection
• Money for drinks and optional photographs
• A waterproof phone case
• Your own snorkel gear if you prefer it
• A light snack if you need food between meals

Should you book the Kemer scuba trip?

Book it if you want a safe, affordable first taste of scuba, not a full day of extended underwater exploration. The instructors are the main strength, and the one-to-one support can make a real difference when you are nervous.

The $37 price is hard to fault for a boat outing with equipment, lunch, two supervised sessions, and optional transport. Just allow for a crowded boat, possible waiting, basic food, and short underwater time. If you accept those limits, this is a practical way to see the Mediterranean from both above and below the water.

FAQ

Where does the scuba trip start?

The activity starts at the Poseidon Diving Boat in Kemer unless you select a hotel pickup option.

Is hotel pickup included?

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included only when you choose an option that provides them. Pickup is available from selected locations around Antalya, Kemer, Belek, Camyuva, Kiris, Goynuk, and nearby areas.

How many underwater sessions are included?

The trip includes two scuba sessions at planned locations near Aquarium Bay and Moonlight Beach. Conditions and boat operations can sometimes result in both sessions taking place at the same location.

Is this suitable for a first-time scuba participant?

Yes. An instructor explains the equipment, gives a safety briefing, runs practice checks, and accompanies you in the water. The activity is designed for beginners as well as experienced participants.

What does the lunch include?

Lunch is served on the boat. Food described for the trip includes pasta, fried chicken pieces, bread, and tomato and cucumber salad. Drinks are not included.

Which languages do the instructors speak?

Instruction is available in English, German, and Russian.